PRECAUTION
TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTION
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PRECAUTION WHEN USING SPEEDOMETER TESTER
NOTICE:
(a) Method for entering AWD control prohibited mode
NOTICE:
(1) Ensure that the ignition switch is off and the engine is stopped (Step "A").
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON (Step "B").
(3) Apply the parking brake (Step "C").
(4) Depress and release the brake pedal twice (Step "D").
(5) While holding the brake pedal down, release and apply the parking brake twice (Step "E").
(6) With the parking brake applied, depress and release the brake pedal twice (Step "F").
(7) Check that "AWD TEST MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display (Step "G"). (Check that AWD control is prohibited)
(b) When using speedometer tester
(1) Place the front wheels onto the roller.
(2) Place the rear wheels onto the free roller or safety stand.
*1 | Safety stand | *2 | Free roller |
*a | When using drum tester | *b | AWD control operation prohibited condition |
(3) Secure the vehicle with lock chains.
HINT:
The position of the lock chain in the illustration is for reference only.
(4) Gradually increase the vehicle speed and perform the measurement.
(5) Slowly decelerate by the brake and stop the vehicle after the measurement.
NOTICE:
Do not use the parking brake. If brake is applied only on the rear wheels during high engine speed, it may cause AWD function effectiveness to decline, drivetrain parts to malfunction or the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
(c) Cancel AWD control prohibited mode
(1) Turn the ignition switch off, wait for 60 seconds or more and cancel AWD control prohibited mode.
NOTICE:
Turn the ignition switch off when 60 seconds or more have elapsed since the AWD control prohibited mode was entered. If the ignition switch is turned off within 60 seconds, AWD control prohibited mode continues when the ignition switch is turned ON again.
(2) Check that "AWD TEST MODE" is not displayed on the multi-information display. (Check AWD control starts)
PRECAUTION WHEN USING BRAKE TESTER
NOTICE:
(a) Method for entering AWD control prohibited mode
NOTICE:
(1) Ensure that the ignition switch is off and the engine is stopped (Step "A").
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON (Step "B").
(3) Apply the parking brake (Step "C").
(4) Depress and release the brake pedal twice (Step "D").
(5) While holding the brake pedal down, release and apply the parking brake twice (Step "E").
(6) With the parking brake applied, depress and release the brake pedal twice (Step "F").
(7) Check that "AWD TEST MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display (Step "G"). (Check that AWD control is prohibited)
(b) When using brake tester
(1) Place the wheels to be tested (front or rear) onto the roller.
(2) Move the shift lever to N.
(3) Drive the roller of the brake tester and measure.
HINT:
The driving time should be within 1 minute.
(c) Cancel AWD control prohibited mode
(1) Turn the ignition switch off, wait for 60 seconds or more and cancel AWD control prohibited mode.
NOTICE:
Turn the ignition switch off when 60 seconds or more have elapsed since the AWD control prohibited mode was entered. If the ignition switch is turned off within 60 seconds, AWD control prohibited mode continues when the ignition switch is turned ON again.
(2) Check that "AWD TEST MODE" is not displayed on the multi-information display. (Check AWD control starts)
PRECAUTION WHEN USING CHASSIS DYNAMOMETER
(a) for 2-wheel Chassis Dynamometer or 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Electric Front/back Synchronized Type):
Disconnect the propeller shaft assembly and AWD ECU assembly connector and set the system to the AWD control operation prohibited condition.
AWD ECU assembly: Click here
Propeller shaft assembly: Click here
(b) Drive the vehicle and check that no AWD control operation status display graduations are displayed on the multi-information display for any wheel.
(c) Check the following methods and set the vehicle in the appropriate condition.
*1 | Propeller Shaft Assembly | - | - |
*a | 2-wheel Chassis Dynamometer | *b | 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Mechanical Front/back Synchronized Type) |
*c | 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Electric Front/back Synchronized Type) | - | - |
Remove | - | - |
NOTICE:
Vehicle Condition | Chassis Dynamometer | Vehicle Speed, Test Time | Propeller Shaft Assembly | AWD ECU Assembly Connector |
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*a (*1) | 2-wheel Chassis Dynamometer | No limit | Remove | Disconnected |
*b | 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Mechanical Front/back Synchronized Type) | No limit | Normal | Connected |
*c (*1)(*2) | 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Electric Front/back Synchronized Type) | No limit | Remove | Disconnected |
NOTICE:
(1) for 2-wheel Chassis Dynamometer or 4-wheel Driven Chassis Dynamometer (Electric Front/back Synchronized Type):
Connect the propeller shaft assembly and AWD ECU assembly connector and set the system to the AWD control operation permitted condition.
NOTICE:
After measuring, make sure to connect the propeller shaft assembly and AWD ECU assembly connector.
(2) With the AWD operation status display shown on the multi-information display, drive the vehicle and check that 1 or more graduations are displayed for any wheel when accelerating.
CAUTIONS FOR TOWING
(a) Tow the vehicle with all 4 wheels on the ground or lifted up. When towing the vehicle with all 4 wheels on the ground, limit the tow speed to 30 km/h (19 mph) or less and the tow distance to 80 km (50 miles) or less, and tow the vehicle in the forward direction.
NOTICE:
If the vehicle is towed above this speed and beyond this distance or is towed in reverse direction, the transaxle may be affected or damaged.
(b) Do not tow with only the front or rear wheels lifted up. If the driving system or drivetrain is malfunctioning, transport the vehicle with all 4 wheels lifted up.
*A | Tow Truck (Rear Wheels on the Ground) | *B | Tow Truck (Front Wheels on the Ground) |
*C | Tow Truck (Sling-type) | - | - |
NOTICE:
(c) Use one of the methods shown below to tow the vehicle.
*A | Car Carrier | *B | Tow Truck (4 Wheels Lifted) |
*C | Tow Truck (4 Wheels on the Ground) - Limit the tow speed to 30 km/h (19 mph) or less - Limit the tow distance to 80 km (50 miles) or less | - | - |
NOTICE:
Towing Method | Parking Brake | Transmission Shift Lever Position |
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Car Carrier | Parking brake applied | Any position |
Tow Truck (4 Wheels Lifted) | Parking brake applied | Any position |
Tow Truck (4 Wheels on the Ground) | Parking brake not applied | Shift position in N |
HINT:
The steering lock cannot be released with the auxiliary battery fully depleted or the cable disconnected from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
WARNING
Never allow a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk
Allowing a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk is dangerous. The person in the luggage compartment/trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision.
Do not drive with the liftgate/trunk lid open